Traditionally, the Akka is known to sacrifice her own comforts, desires, and sometimes education to support her younger brother’s upbringing and future.

The Akka-Thambi bond is often characterized by a unique blend of nurturing and companionship. 1. The Second Mother (Akka)

between Akka-Thambi (sister-brother) and Akka-Thangai (sister-sister) relationships.

A Study on the Domestic Violence in Yuma Vasuki's Blood Ties